Universal cell frame for high-pressure water electrolyzer and electrolyzer including the same
Universal cell frame generic for use as an anode frame and as a cathode frame in a water electrolyzer. According to one embodiment, the universal cell frame includes a unitary annular member having a central opening. Four trios of transverse openings are provided in the annular member, each trio being spaced apart by about 90 degrees. A plurality of internal radial passageways fluidly interconnect the central opening and each of the transverse openings of two diametrically-opposed trios of openings, the other two trios of openings lacking corresponding radial passageways. Sealing ribs are provided on the top and bottom surfaces of the annular member. The present invention is also directed at a water electrolyzer that includes two such cell frames, one being used as the anode frame and the other being used as the cathode frame, the cathode frame being rotated 90 degrees relative to the anode frame.
- Research Organization:
- Giner Electrochemical Systems, LLC (Newton, MA)
- Sponsoring Organization:
- USDOE
- DOE Contract Number:
- FG02-06ER84537
- Assignee:
- Giner Electrochemical Systems, LLC (Newton, MA)
- Patent Number(s):
- 8,349,151
- Application Number:
- 12/655,251
- OSTI ID:
- 1082903
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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